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RapidRead vs SpeedyRead
Both stand on speed reading apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Web
RapidRead combines adaptive RSVP pacing with offline access and EPUB or TXT imports. The Free plan includes base speed and colors; Pro adds cloud sync and costs $0.99 a month.
Visit RapidRead Free plan iPhone
Choose SpeedyRead if you read on an eligible iPhone and want adjustable one-word pacing, broad document imports, or synchronized audio. Consider another option if you need a platform other than iPhone; Premium is a monthly purchase after its 14-day trial.
Visit SpeedyReadThe facts
| RapidRead | SpeedyRead | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | No |
| Runs on | Web | iPhone |
| Lowest paid plan | Pro: $7.99 a year | Monthly Premium: $1.99 a month |
| Plans published | 3 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | rapidreading.app | speedyread.app |
| On speed reading apps | #17 of 27 | #21 of 27 |
RapidRead: what it does well
- Pacing adjusts for dialogue, names, and unfamiliar words.
- Installable web app works offline.
- Supports EPUB and TXT imports.
- Pro syncs books, bookmarks, and progress across devices.
What to know first
- PDF support is on the roadmap.
- Cross-device cloud sync requires Pro.
SpeedyRead: what it does well
- Imports PDFs, Word documents, ePubs, Markdown, and HTML.
- Extracts web articles from pasted URLs without ads or clutter.
- Scans printed pages with live OCR and torch support.
- Offers synchronized audio with adjustable speed and multiple voices.
- Saves reading progress locally and resumes at the previous position.
What to know first
- Available for iPhone only.
- Requires iOS 18.0 or later.
- The privacy policy says anonymous usage statistics are collected.
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